Req ID: 42991
Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIES
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement:Yes 10%-25% of the time
Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25000 employees including third- fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were the sole designer builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers engineers and software developers to solution architects technical subject matter experts and system users. Anchored in our rich 135-year history we collaborate together at the forefront of technology manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
Performs technical planning system integration verification and validation cost and risk and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept design fabrication test installation operation maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical schedule and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis timeline analysis detail trade studies requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Job Summary:
The SSN(X) Platform Mechanical team is seeking a highly skilled and experienced system engineer to join our diverse dynamic and dedicated team of engineers. As a member of our team youll have the once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape critical functions and novel capabilities for the Navys next generation fast attack submarine.
The mechanical team is responsible for the concept design development and execution of complex mechanical systems across the non-propulsion areas of the submarine including payload launch and recovery control surfaces HVAC chill water masts and many others. You will team with the Navy and industry to develop these systems molding what will become the worlds most advanced and capable submarine.
Job Responsibilities:
Support system integration across multiple systems and disciplines
Coordinate with the digital engineering team in the execution of model based engineering for mechanical systems
Support the development of processes tools and other products necessary for program execution
Support the development and re-envisioning of ship specifications
Coordinate with Navy counterparts and conduct periodic briefs to the Navy and working groups
Oversee the work of supporting team members and review technical products
Travel periodically to naval bases/facilities vendors conferences or other NNS facilities
Bachelors Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Masters Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Strong technical background with a comprehensive knowledge of ship systems and components across the platform
Strong team collaborator and coordinator helping to integrate multiple teams with diverse backgrounds
Strong communication skills both written and verbal to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NNS leadership or the Navy and coordinating with vendors and industry partners
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of submarine systems and how their interface across structural electrical and mechanical systems
Experience in traditional and computer-based methodologies for the design and analysis of components
The ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture within a diverse set of team members and stakeholders
Exhibit an openness to continuous learning and development in a dynamic environment
Operational experience on commissioned or under construction Navy vessels is a plus
Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. HIIs diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Working at HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical prescription drug dental and vision plan choices on-site health centers tele-medicine wellness resources employee assistance programs savings plan options (401K) financial education and planning tools life insurance tuition reimbursement employee discounts early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
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